Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Start your Saturday with connection, coffee, and community — all for free - and the coffee is on us!

Join East Bay CAMFT for an in-person networking event, hosted by Natasha Griffin, LMFT, where you can meet fellow therapists, exchange resources, and build supportive professional relationships.

Free Event!

Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or just starting your journey, this is a great chance to network, share ideas, and be part of our thriving local therapist community!

This meeting will be in person at Village 360/Buzz Coffee in Fairfield!

We hope to see you there!

Enact some self-care and meet EB CAMFT members by joining us on a hike by the bay!

The meet up time will be 9:30am and the hike will begin at 9:45am. After the hike, enjoy a drink at the Double Tree Hilton Main Bay Boathouse with your new friends. The Berkeley Marina can be VERY windy in the Summer. Bring something warm and a windbreaker.

Craig Toonder is coordinating this event. Please email him at ctoondermft@gmail.com with any questions. For day of hike issues or problems, please call Craig Toonder, MFT at 510-499-7137.

Trail Options:

There will be two hiking loops on this hike.
Loop One: Cesar Chavez Park - approximately 1.5 miles. (45 min).
Loop Two: Berkeley Point - approximately 2 miles. (1 hours).
You are welcome to join us for one or both hikes.
Rating: Very Easy - These hikes are along the water and are thus flat.

Parking Fee: Free
Dogs Allowed

Directions:

Meet at the corner of Marina Blvd and Spinnaker Way. This is on the South East side of the Cesar Chavez Park loop. Arrive early because parking can be tricky.

https://www.google.com/maps/dir//37.8705537,-122.3146757/@37.8701588,-122.3190318,17.21z/data=!4m5!4m4!1m0!1m1!4e1!3e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDczMC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Presented by Alain Montgomery, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs. A recording will be made available for all registrants for 3 months. If you can't attend live, you can watch the recording, pass a test, and receive the CE credit. 

EBCAMFT members:  $60
CAMFT members:  $65
Non-members:  $85

REGISTER NOW!

Event Details

Working with minors requires an understanding of the laws and ethical standards that pertain to minor consent and the authority that minors, and/or others, have over the minor’s clinical information. Additionally, working with minors may involve the need to interact and share information with third parties. During this three (3) hour presentation, CAMFT Staff Attorney Alain Montgomery will review California minor consent laws and common issues related to the confidentiality of the minor’s healthcare information.

Educational Goals

Participants will gain a better understanding of the applicable laws and the CAMFT ethical standards that relate to minor consent, the release of a minor’s health care information, and conflict of interest issues related to the treatment of minors. As a result of the workshop, participants will be better equipped to make informed and legally and ethically sound decisions when working with minors.

Learning Objectives

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

MORE INFO

Presented by Larry Lariosa, LMFT

Includes 2 CE credits.
 This event is in person only.

A light breakfast will be served.

Last day to register: September 13, 2025

Overview of Presentation

This course features an exclusive screening of Searching for Kapwa, a powerful documentary exploring ancestral identity, colonial history, and the lasting impact of intergenerational trauma. Inspired by the pre-colonial Filipino value of kapwa—a deep sense of shared identity—filmmaker Larry Lariosa takes us on a personal journey to understand his roots as a queer, brown child of immigrants navigating a polarized America.

Through the film and post-screening discussion, we will unpack Colonial Mentality and its profound effects on mental health and self-perception—especially within Filipino American communities. Clinicians will gain critical insights and strategies to support clients grappling with historical and cultural trauma.

Educational Goals

Measurable Objectives

1. Define colonial mentality and its four manifestations.
2. Identify at least 2 major historical incidents that have shaped Filipino society and culture.
3. Identify at least 2 mental health considerations when working with colonial trauma.

About the Presenter

Larry Lariosa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified EMDR Provider. The child of Filipino immigrant parents, he grew up in San Diego, CA and has lived in the San Francisco Bay Area for the last 30 years. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University and Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco.  

Larry has been a practicing psychotherapist since 2001, working with individuals and couples in various outpatient community mental health settings. From 2013-2015, he served as the Director of the LGBTQ+ Resource Center and Diversity Manager for the Office of Diversity and Outreach with UCSF.  There, he led trainings on cultural humility and implemented diversity initiatives across the institution, focusing on recruitment and retention of historically marginalized groups. He currently maintains a full-time private practice in Oakland, CA.
www.larrylariosapsychotherapy.com

In addition to his psychotherapy practice, Larry leads a creative life, engaging in songwriting, music, and filmmaking. His first feature film, Searching for Kapwa, was the Centerpiece Feature at the 2023 San Diego Filipino Film Festival and earned the Kinship Award at the 2023 DisOrient Asian American Film Festival in Eugene, Oregon.
www.searchingforkapwa.com

Course Outline

Introduction of speaker, syllabus and film
Screening of Searching for Kapwa (runtime: 1 hour, 3 minutes)
Small group discussion
Large group discussion and Q&A with the filmmaker

Target Audience

Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.

East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT

We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT. Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually

EVENT POLICIES

Join EBCAMFT for our annual Fall Back Event at Cellarmaker Brewing Company.

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Bridging the Bay CAMFT Chapter Hike Series #3

Lace-Up for Lands End: Our Final Trailblazing Adventure of 2025! 

Ready for one last romp in nature with your favorite therapist pals this year? Our third and final hike of 2025 in the Bridging the Bay CAMFT Chapter series is taking us to the absolutely iconic Lands End Trail in San Francisco! We're talking breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the vast Pacific, and a peek into the historic Sutro Baths. It's the perfect mix of stunning scenery and invigorating exercise – all without having to navigate a single therapy session!

The Nitty-Gritty (and Not-So-Gritty) Details:

• When: Saturday, October 4th, at 9:30 AM
• Where to Meet: Lands End Main Parking Lot 
• Parking: It's FREE!
• Trail Difficulty: Easy to Moderate  
• Estimated Distance: 3.4 miles (out and back)  
• Time: Allow for 1.5 - 2 hours. 
• Dogs: Allowed! Bring your furry hiking buddies. 
• Guests: Spouses/partners are welcome. Please, no children on this one!
• Restrooms: Available at the parking area.

How to Get There:

Driving from the East Bay:

The most common route from the East Bay involves crossing the Bay Bridge (I-80 W) into San Francisco.

1. Take I-80 W across the Bay Bridge. (Be prepared for tolls if you don't have FasTrak!)
2. Once in San Francisco, take exit 1B to merge onto US-101 N/Central Fwy toward the Golden Gate Bridge.
3. Take exit 434B for Octavia Blvd toward Fell St.
4. Continue onto Octavia Blvd.
5. Turn left onto Fell St.
6. Continue straight to stay on Fell St (it becomes JFK Dr in Golden Gate Park).
7. Turn right onto 43rd Ave.
8. Turn left onto Point Lobos Ave. The Lands End Main Parking Lot will be on your right.

Alternate (and often faster) route avoiding city traffic:

1. Take I-80 W to US-101 N   
2. Take exit 438 for CA-1 S toward 19th Ave/Golden Gate Pk. 
3. Continue onto CA-1.
4. Turn right onto California St. 
5. Turn left onto 31st Ave.
6. Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto Geary Blvd. 
7. Continue onto Point Lobos Ave. The Lands End Main Parking Lot will be on your right.

Driving from Marin:

Driving from Marin is generally straightforward, taking you over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.

1. Take US-101 S over the Golden Gate Bridge (toll applies for southbound crossing). 
2. After the bridge, take exit 438 for CA-1 S toward 19th Ave/Golden Gate Pk. 
3. Continue onto CA-1. 
4. Turn right onto California St.  
5. Turn left onto 31st Ave.  
6. Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto Geary Blvd.
7. Continue onto Point Lobos Ave. The Lands End Main Parking Lot will be on your right.

Pro-Tip for Drivers: Parking at Lands End can fill up, especially on beautiful weekend mornings. Arrive early for the best chance at a spot! You can also check for street parking in the surrounding residential areas, but be mindful of any parking restrictions.

Public Transit from the East Bay:

Getting to Lands End from the East Bay via public transit is a scenic journey!

1. BART to Embarcadero Station: Take any BART train bound for San Francisco (e.g., from Oakland, Berkeley, or other East Bay stations) and exit at the Embarcadero Station.   
2. Muni N Judah Outbound: From Embarcadero BART, transfer inside the station to the Muni Metro N Judah line (Outbound/towards Ocean Beach).  
3. Transfer to Bus: Ride the N Judah to its final stop at Judah and La Playa (Ocean Beach). From there, you have a few options for a shorter bus ride:

• Muni 38R (Geary Rapid) or 38 (Geary): From stops near the N Judah terminus, you can catch the 38R or 38 bus. Get off at the 48th Ave & Point Lobos Ave stop, which is about a 7-minute walk to the Lands End Main Parking Lot and Sutro Baths area.   
• Muni 5 (Fulton) or 5R (Fulton Rapid) or 31 (Balboa): Alternatively, from stops near the N Judah terminus, you can take the 5, 5R, or 31 bus. These will get you to stops like Cabrillo St & La Playa St or Balboa St & 43rd Ave, which are slightly longer walks to Lands End (around 4-14 minutes depending on the exact stop).

Public Transit from Marin:

Getting to Lands End from Marin involves a bus ride over the Golden Gate Bridge and a transfer in San Francisco.

1. Golden Gate Transit Bus to Van Ness Ave & Clay St (or similar): Take a Golden Gate Transit bus (e.g., Routes 101, 130, 150 from various Marin locations) that crosses the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco. Aim for a stop around the Van Ness Ave or Lombard St area in San Francisco, as these are good transfer points.   
2. Muni Transfer: From your Golden Gate Transit drop-off, you'll need to transfer to a Muni bus to get to Lands End.

• Muni 38 (Geary) or 38R (Geary Rapid): Walk to a Geary Blvd stop and take the 38 or 38R bus westbound. Get off at the 48th Ave & Point Lobos Ave stop, which is a short walk to Lands End.     
• Muni 1 (California): From certain areas, you might also consider the 1 California bus, which can take you closer to the Lincoln Park area, another entry point to Lands End. Check your specific starting point in Marin and use a transit app for the most efficient route.

Pro-Tip for All Public Transit Users: Use a Clipper Card for seamless transfers between BART, Muni, and Golden Gate Transit! You can also use a transit app like Google Maps or Moovit on the day of to get real-time directions and estimated travel times, as routes and schedules can occasionally change.

See You on the Trail!

Come connect, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of Lands End with your fellow therapists. It's the perfect way to cap off our fantastic hike series for 2025! 

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Save the Date!

More details and registration coming soon!

TARGET AUDIENCE: Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.

CE Credit Certificates

The course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Note: Certificates of Completion will be awarded to participants who attend the entire workshop and complete the course evaluation.

Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT

We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT.
Member pricing:
Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually
Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually

EVENT POLICIES

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Enact some self-care and meet EB CAMFT members by joining us on a hike by the bay!

The meet up time will be 9:30am and the hike will begin at 9:45am. After the hike, enjoy a drink at the Double Tree Hilton Main Bay Boathouse with your new friends. The Berkeley Marina can be VERY windy in the Summer. Bring something warm and a windbreaker.

Craig Toonder is coordinating this event. Please email him at ctoondermft@gmail.com with any questions. For day of hike issues or problems, please call Craig Toonder, MFT at 510-499-7137.

Trail Options:

Short Hike: East Shore Line Trail to Raccoon Point.
Estimated distance 2.25 miles.
This is an in and out turn around hike versus a loop.

Long Hike: East Shore Line Trail, Cameron Loop Trail, Ten Hills Trail.
Estimated distance 3.68 miles.

Parking Fee: $5 per Vehicle
Other Fees: $2 per Dog

http://www.ebparks.org/parks/lake_chabot

Trailhead Directions:

All directions are to get to the Lake Chabot Marina:

From I-580 in San Leandro:
Exit at Fairmont Drive and go east (uphill). (Note that Fairmont Drive becomes Lake Chabot Road.) The Marina entrance will be to the left at the bottom of the hill.

From I-580 westbound in Castro Valley:
Take the Strobridge Ave. exit. Turn right on Strobridge, right on Castro Valley Blvd., and left on Lake Chabot Road. The Marina is about two miles ahead on the right.

From I-580 eastbound in Castro Valley:
Take the Redwood Road exit and turn left onto Redwood Road, left at Castro Valley Blvd., right at Lake Chabot Road. The Marina is about two miles ahead on the right.

Meet at the Information Kiosk on the North East side of the parking lot. Additional street parking is available at no cost outside of the park entrance.

Presented by Sara Jasper, JD, CAMFT Staff Attorney

Includes 3 CE credits for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs. A recording will be made available for all registrants for 3 months. If you can't attend live, you can watch the recording, pass a test, and receive the CE credit. 

EBCAMFT members:  $60
CAMFT members:  $65
Non-members:  $85

REGISTER NOW!

Event Details

California’s Medi-Cal system is complex and ever-changing. During this three-hour presentation, CAMFT Staff Attorney, Sara Jasper, will provide an overview of the Medi-Cal Behavioral Health system, including information about CalAIM and BH-Connect. Ms. Jasper will review Medi-Cal’s requirements for telehealth services, provider addresses and how providers who offer “remote-only” services can apply for an exemption from Medi-Cal’s place of business requirements. Ms. Jasper will offer practice tips and resources Medi-Cal providers may use to strengthen their recordkeeping practices in anticipation of audits. Finally, Ms. Jasper will offer general resources to support providers as they navigate the Medi-Cal system, including resources for those providing care to dual eligible patients and caregivers.

Educational Goals

Participants will review the pathways to behavioral health care services within the Medi-Cal system. Participants will learn about the laws and policies that pertain to their work within the Medi-Cal system. As a result of the workshop, participants will be able to identify the requirements for rendering telehealth services and recordkeeping. The tips and resources provided will prepare and assist Medi-Cal providers with responding to audit requests. Providers will also be empowered by receiving resources they can use when addressing more complex issues such as billing for services rendered to dual eligibles or caregivers.

Learning Objectives

TARGET AUDIENCE: LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCCs, LEPs

MORE INFO

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!

Please join us as Natasha Griffin leads our
monthly networking group. 

Connect and meet your peers. 

Guests are welcome, too!

We'll see you there!

Pre-licensed (associates and students in MFT and related programs) clinicians are invited to join the monthly 3000 hour networking group. Come share information about licensure processes, job opportunities, upcoming trainings, and more. This event is led by Pre-licensure Director Tanya Jacobs.

We'll see you there!